These grants of up to $20,000 are designed to provide a 'quick response' to a range of community organisations, to provide modest operational support to get a project started or to purchase equipment, for example. The focus is on smaller, local organisations that are contributing to thriving communities, and this is the round to apply to if it's your first application to the Trust.
The majority of the Trust's grants are distributed through Quick Response rounds. The assessment of applications is less stringent and there is a more flexible consideration process than there is with Community Support rounds.
Important: Quick Response rounds open at least one month before applications are due and close on the last business day of the month of the round (eg, April rounds open towards the end of March and close the last working day of April).
Only ONE Quick Response or Community Support grant can be allocated to an organisation per calendar year, except in exceptional circumstances.
We want to support projects that create positive impact and align with our strategy. Here's what we prioritise:
We cannot provide grants for:
Funding applications are submitted through a grants managements system called SmartyGrants. To apply for a WEL Energy Trust Quick Response grant, click on the Apply Now button below and complete the online application form.
Approximately 4 week turnaround from closing date
Organisation submits application
Trust completes Grants Committee review and final decisions
Trust informs applicant of outcome
Organisation submits grantee acquittal
The Trust requires an acquittal statement from grantees outlining how the funds have been used. This must be submitted through SmartyGrants within the time specified.
Our Vision
EmPowering Waikato - thriving, connected and equitable.